Human Resources Senior Generalist

Shenandoah University•Winchester, VA

24d•$50,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Shenandoah University’s Office of Human Resources is accepting applications for a Human Resources Senior Generalist. This is a full-time benefited position with an annual salary range of $50,000 to $55,000 located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia. If you are an HR professional who brings a collaborative spirit, an analytical mindset for compliance, and the discretion needed to handle sensitive employee situations with professionalism, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our campus community. Shenandoah University is seeking a highly organized Senior Generalist to collaborate with our team. In this in-person (on campus) role, you will lead impactful employee training initiatives, oversee specialized leave and disability programs, and champion our regulatory compliance and auditing efforts. Successful candidates will possess 3 to 5 years of professional experience, advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, and a proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with utmost professionalism.

Requirements

3 to 5 years of professional experience
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with utmost professionalism

Responsibilities

Serves as the primary point of contact for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), setting up, promoting training sessions for employees, and managing access to all EAP platforms.
Develop and facilitate quarterly (or otherwise directed) HR training programs and in-person professional development opportunities. Provide supervisors with resources including publications and management templates.
Develop and lead new employee orientations.
Identify University-wide training needs and coordinate the logistics for relevant programs.
Build trust and open communication with supervisors. Lead open community forum conversations with supervisors and staff.
Oversee the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) process, including determining eligibility and providing official notices; implement Virginia PMLA in 2028.
Administer the Parental Leave policy, in accordance with university policy.
Act as the liaison for short-term (STD) and long-term (LTD) disability claims through the vendor. Guide employees and ensure all leave plans (medical/vacation) are exhausted as required.
Process administrative requirements for Jury Duty, bereavement, and other miscellaneous leave types to ensure accurate payroll and benefit reporting.
Lead the annual WC audit by compiling summarized payroll reports, job duty summaries, and quarterly tax records.
Support the fiscal year audits by preparing accrued salary reports, and lead the retirement audits for SU benefit programs.
Complete required annual reporting, including PCORI fees, US Census Bureau reporting, and other assignments as assigned.
Track employee eligibility for service awards based on cumulative years of service.
Job duties and tasks will be assigned at any time in response to the growing needs of Human Resources and Shenandoah University.